E46 AC: How to fix the AC System - AC Repair Part 2

This is part 2 of a 3 part series where I work on the AC system of my 2001 BMW E46. I will be replacing the compressor, condenser, drier, and expansion valve. In this video I will be removing all the necessary parts and installing the new AC components.

Parts Needed:
AC Compressor: https://amzn.to/3soWYqR
AC Gasket Set: https://amzn.to/2ZILGRT
AC Condenser: https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=9791476&cc=1433865&jsn=9
AC Expansion Valve: https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=9800276&cc=1433865&jsn=8
AC Drier: https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=9834764&cc=1433865&jsn=8
26oz of AC Refrigerant R134A (need to purchase 2 cans + 1 resealable can): https://shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/carquest-a-c-products-12-oz-can-r-134a-refrigerant-3012/7010016-P

Tools Needed:
AC Manifold Gauge Set: https://www.autozone.com/loan-a-tools/loaner-pressure-tester-adapters/mastercool-a-c-manifold-gauge-set/326077_0_0
Vacuum Pump: https://www.autozone.com/tools-and-equipment/loan-a-tools/loaner-vacuum-pump/oem-a-c-vacuum-pump-electric/326079_0
AC Flush Kit https://www.autozone.com/loan-a-tools/loaner-a-c-flush-tool-kit/mastercool-a-c-flush-kit/326078_0
AC Can Tap: https://shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/interdynamics-r-134a-can-tap-dispenser-dv-134/9016279-P?navigationPath=L1*14922%7CL2*15017%7CL3*15854%7CL4*19164

Front Struts: https://youtu.be/ZYRZ_6Y3FIQ
Rear Shocks: https://youtu.be/876nWmQFjzU
Stainless Steel Brake Lines: https://youtu.be/sqtf8-iAssw
Lower Control Arms: https://youtu.be/WdlPs6Bz-WM

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Tools:
3/8" Basic socket set: https://amzn.to/3A7mAMK
3/8" Swivel Joint: https://amzn.to/2WN3Nrv
3/8" Extensions: https://amzn.to/3ymu7qw
3/8" Drive Torx Bit Socket set: https://amzn.to/3Cg7pCz
Consider this socket and wrench set instead of the one above as it has most things you may need:
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